Books to help with relocation

Whether they are pursuing a career opportunity, moving closer to loved ones or simply desire a change of scenery, individuals and families move for a number of reasons. Even experienced movers might feel overwhelmed with the process or experience some wistfulness about leaving familiar surroundings. Here are a few reads to help ensure a smooth relocation.

The Art of Happy Moving By Ali Wenzke

Those who swear by checklists might find a use for this book, which provides a dose of humor, along with comprehensive strategies for moving. The guide goes beyond moving day to include tips about deciding to move, selling a home and making new friends.

The Essential Moving Guided Journal By Sara Elizabeth Boehm

A companion to The Essential Moving Guide, this journal prompts those transitioning to a new home to write through the emotional baggage that comes from relocating, including hopes, fears and relationship matters. A similar journal for teens who are moving is also available.

Moving Day! By Robert Munsch

For children who are worried about moving, this picture book provides some humorous stress relief by telling the story of a girl who packs up her little siblings to keep them out of Mom and Dad’s hair on moving day and how the younger kids got their revenge.

Moving Out: Practical Life Advice for Young Adults By Suzanne Knobes

An indispensable guide for young adults striking out on their own, this read not only covers the basics of renting a home, setting up utilities and stocking up on furnishings, but also provides information about vehicles, credit cards and more.

Moving With Kids By Lori Burgan

Relocating as a family can be especially stressful for young children and their parents, and this book provides tips for helping kids transition, including strategies for empowering young ones, navigating a new school, turning a house into a home and more.

Ready to Rightsize? By Jeannine Bryant

After the kids fly the coop, older adults might suddenly find themselves rattling around in a home that is too big and too cluttered to be comfortable. This book provides a handy playbook for “rightsizing” to a scaled-down abode that offers a better fit.